Field notebook, F. H. Knowlton, 1907

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Creator

  • Knowlton, Frank Hall, 1860-1926
  • Geological Survey (U.S.)

Alternate Title

F. H. Knowlton, 1907

Abstract

This notebook details the field work of Frank Knowlton for the United States Geological Survey from June 23 - August 28, 1907. Localities include but may not be limited to areas within North Dakota. Dated journal entries detail travel information, daily activity, terrain and rock observations, and collecting information. Plant and plant fossil specimens are discussed, as well as distance measurements and specific observations of rock types and layers. Some geological sketches are also included that depict rock layers.

Date Range

1907

Start Date

Jun 23, 1907

End Date

Aug 28, 1907

Access Information

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Topic

  • Paleobotany
  • Plants
  • Geology
  • Botany

Place

  • United States
  • North Dakota

Form/Genre

  • Fieldbook record
  • Field notes
  • Sketches

Accession #

SIA Acc. 07-041

Collection name

Geological Survey (U.S.), field notebooks, 1881-1915 and undated

Physical Description

1 field book

Physical Location

Smithsonian Institution Archives

Sublocation

Box 1 Folder 9 Envelope 1